Indian Embassy in Oslo, Norway

VISA INFORMATION:

Requirements for Visa

1. Original passport valid for at least six months
2. Correct visa fee
3. Two Recent passport-size photographs (five photographs in case of Pakistani nationals)
4. Supporting documents, where necessary
5. Duly completed application form (Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals need to apply on special application forms)
   
6. Visas can be applied for in person or by post at the Embassy of India, Oslo, Norway. Applicants not ordinarily resident in Norway and Sri Lankan nationals are required to complete an additional form. Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals have to fill special visa application forms.
   
   In the following cases processing of applications will take longer:

• Norwegian nationals holding dual nationality or of other origin
• Applicants not resident in Norway
• Where clearance from India is mandatory
• Visitors to restricted areas
• Certain cases where documents may need to be verified
  
  ( Please note that each application is examined individually and the time taken for issuing visas will vary from case to case. )
  
  Visitors to restricted/protected areas in India need special permits and for this purpose an additional form has to be completed. Please contact the Consular Section of this Embassy, if you wish to ascertain whether any of the places you intend to visit fall in the category of restricted/protected areas.
  
  Tourist Visa
  Tourists wishing to visit India are normally granted short-term tourist visas, effective from the date of issue. Tourist visas are non-extendible and non-convertible. Travel agents who have to visit India frequently may be granted tourist visas for a longer duration.
  
  
  Student and Employment Visa
  Student visas can be obtained on furnishing proof of admission to recognised universities/institutions in India. Employment visas can also be obtained on furnishing of proof of employment with companies in India.
  
  
  Transit Visa
  Transit visas are valid for halts of up to 72 hours in India within 15 days from the date of issue of the visa and must be obtained before departure. Transit Visas cannot be obtained from immigration counters at ports of entry in India. Evidence of onward travel to a destination outside India is required.
  
  
  Business Visa
  Business Visas are normally granted for three or six months. However, multiple-entry Business Visas for up to two years validity may be granted to technicians/experts going to India in pursuance of bilateral agreements or joint venture projects having government approval.
  
  
  Entry Visa
  Long Term/Entry Visas are issued to persons of Indian origin for duration of up to five years. These can be obtained, depending on the purpose of visit and eligibility, on a case-by-case basis.
  
  
  Please note that persons holding long-term visas (having validity exceeding six months) are normally not expected to stay in India more than six months during each visit. Please refer to the link further down for requirement to register with the Foreigners Registration Office (FRO)/Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) in India.
  
  
  

Visa Fees

Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change without notice. The Embassy of India, Oslo reserves the right on granting and deciding type/duration of visa irrespective of the fees tendered at the time of making application. Granting of visa does not confer the right of entry to India and is subject to the discretion of the Immigration Authorities.


The Norwegian nationals and foreign nationals born outside Norway is required to pay NOK 400.00 as processing fee, in addition to Visa fee furnished below :-
Tourist Visa Fee NOK 400.00, this is a short duration visa for the purpose of holiday or visiting relatives.

Business Visa* Fee NOK 400.00, valid maximum up to 6 months, NOK 700.00 for 1 year. A letter explaining the nature of business and duration from Norwegian company and a letter of invitation from an Indian company should be submitted.

Conference Visa Fee NOK 400.00 valid for 3 months, Single Entry. A letter of invitation from the conference organiser should be submitted along with a sponsorship letter from Employer.

Transit Visa Fee NOK 100.00 (Single/Double Entry), valid for halts of up to 72 hours within 15 days from date of issue. This visa is issued only for changing of flights en route to another country. Evidence of onward travel outside India is required.

Long Term Entry Visa* Fee NOK 1300.00, valid for 5 years. This is a settlement visa for the people of Indian origin.
Long Term Visa* Fee NOK 1300.00, valid for 5 years. This is a settlement visa for the people of Indian origin.
Student Visa* Fee NOK 400.00, for student visas valid up to six months Fee NOK700.00, for student visas valid up to one year Letter of admission from the recognised educational institution with duration of the course required in all cases

Journalist Visa Fee NOK 400.00, valid for three months, single entry. A letter from the employer should be submitted where applicable + other forms to be filled up.

Employment Visa* Fee NOK 700.00, valid for one year. An employment contract signed by both the parties should be submitted well in advance.

Transfer of Visa Fee NOK 50.00, this is for transfer of five-year visa issued by this mission, from an expired passport to a new passport. Both the expired and new passports have to be submitted in original along with a separate application form.

NOTE: All information has been taken from government of india website and other websources . Please check with local embassy / consulate for accurate information.